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- Costco meatloaf kit recalled in 26 states due to salmonella risk (the-independent.com)
Costco Recalls Popular Meatloaf Kit Amid Salmonella Concerns
Costco has issued a recall for its popular pre-made “Meatloaf with Mashed Yukon Potatoes and Glaze” kit due to potential salmonella contamination. The recall impacts products with “sell by” dates between March 5 and March 16, 2026.
The retailer informed shoppers that an ingredient provided by Griffith Food Inc. is suspected of being contaminated. The affected meatloaf kits were sold in 26 states and Puerto Rico between March 2 and March 13, 2026. These locations include Alabama, Arizona, California, Colorado, Delaware, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maryland, Michigan, Mississippi, Missouri, Nevada, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Utah, Virginia, and Wisconsin.
While no illnesses have been reported in connection with this specific product, Costco is urging customers to either dispose of the recalled meatloaf immediately or return it to the place of purchase for a full refund.
Salmonella is a type of bacteria that can cause foodborne illness, typically affecting the intestinal tract. Symptoms, which usually include diarrhea, fever, and abdominal cramps, tend to appear 12 to 72 hours after consuming contaminated food and can last for four to seven days. Most individuals recover without medical treatment.
This recall follows a series of other food product recalls in recent months due to salmonella concerns. In January, Spring & Mulberry voluntarily recalled its Mint Leaf Date Sweetened Chocolate Bar after third-party testing revealed traces of the bacteria. These chocolate bars, identifiable by their teal box and lot code 025255, have been available since September 15, 2025.
Last November, the FDA also recalled Doughy Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough by Hudson River Foods due to potential salmonella contamination. This particular recall was later upgraded to a Class I in December, indicating a high risk of severe health consequences or even death from consuming the product. One hundred thirteen units of the 12-ounce edible cookie dough packages, with a best-by date of July 4, 2026, were affected and sold in 15 states, including Arizona, California, Montana, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Texas.
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